Can the iOS search bar be moved to the top of the screen

No.

The Safari URL / search bar field was at the top of the screen in old versions of iOS, but I think that Apple moved it to the bottom of the screen in iOS 16 or 17.

EDIT: I may be wrong. If you go into Settings for the Safari app in iOS 18, and change the Tab style to Single Tab, the field moves back to the top of the screen. I don’t know what other side effects there might be.

No.

Change is difficult to adapt to because it disrupts our comfort zones, introduces uncertainty and fear of the unknown, challenges our sense of identity, and involves letting go of the familiar. However, it's important to recognize that change is an inevitable part of life, and learning to adapt and embrace it is crucial for personal growth and development. With time, patience, and a willingness to explore new possibilities, we can navigate the difficulties of change and find ways to thrive in new circumstances.

Then let Apple know, complaining to other users is unproductive.

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Sorry youre right